Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park · Massachusetts
Photo: nps photo
Next time
Saturday, Oct 10 · 10:30 AM
Local time at the park
About this program
Explore the stories of people who arrived in New Bedford during the height of the whaling industry, each bringing their own experiences, skills, and aspirations. Discover how New Bedford’s maritime economy and growing industries connected the city to people and places around the world, shaping opportunities that drew whalemen, merchants, craftspeople, immigrant communities, and freedom seekers seeking work, opportunity, and a new beginning. Learn how whaling, trade, and industrial growth helped shape New Bedford and influenced the people who built lives here during a period of profound change.
- Where to meet
- This tour is on 33 William Street, New Bedford, MA
- Good to know
- The tour starts at 10:30 am at the visitor center.
From the National Park Service.
Upcoming dates
- Saturday, Oct 1010:30 AM
Schedule from the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.
At the park that day
Weather
61° / 49°
overcast clouds · OpenWeather forecast
Sunset
6:12 PM
Saturday
No closures or road changes reported within 20 miles in the last week.
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